The Top Nonprofit Conferences to Attend in 2025
There’s something about attending an industry conference that reignites your passion for the work you do. Whether it’s exchanging ideas with peers, diving into hands-on workshops, or hearing an inspiring keynote, these moments remind us why we show up every day to drive meaningful impact. (Also, can we all agree that conference muffins just hit differently?)
In 2025, nonprofit leaders are navigating shifting donor expectations, economic uncertainty, and the rapid evolution of technology. Staying ahead requires fresh insights, new strategies, and strong connections — and that’s precisely what these conferences offer.
From innovative fundraising approaches to data-driven donor engagement, the conversations happening at this year’s top nonprofit events will shape the future of our sector. So, pack your bags and get ready to connect, collaborate, and get inspired. These are the must-attend nonprofit conferences of 2025!
MARCH
New Orleans, LA
March 27, 2025
AFP New Orleans’ Annual Fundraising Conference is a full day of networking and learning. It includes multiple breakout sessions led by experts in the fundraising space. Topics cover capital campaign success, stewardship, personalization, technology, and more. Attendees will also hear from fundraising and nonprofit leaders in the New Orleans area who understand their unique needs and challenges. This event is open to non-AFP members.
Attend If You’re: A fundraising professional in New Orleans
To Register: https://afpneworleans.wildapricot.org/event-6080326/Registration
APRIL
NTEN Nonprofit Technology Conference
Baltimore, MD + Virtual
April 16-18, 2025
If you’re driven to leverage technology to create a more equitable world, you’ll find your community at NTEN/NTC. With over 150 sessions and attendee-led events, discussion, mentoring, and meetup groups are among the many ways to connect beyond engaging keynote speakers and educational sessions. NTC has something for everyone, no matter where you are in your nonprofit career. Aligning its focus on technology solutions, the conference combines live and virtual attendance for a unique hybrid experience. And when you attend NTC sessions, you can earn CFRE and CAE credits or NTEN professional certificate credits.
Attend If You’re: Interested in utilizing technology to make the world a better place.
To Register: https://www.nten.org/gather/ntc/registration
**Let’s Connect! AGP Leaders will be in attendance
Seattle, WA
April 27-29, 2025
The world’s No. 1 conference for fundraising professionals features thought leadership keynote speakers and more than 100 breakout sessions covering the hottest topics and trends. Offering opportunities to collaborate with fundraisers from around the globe, you’ll find sessions dedicated to donor research, relationship building, volunteer engagement, leadership, ethics, and accountability — all designed to help you elevate your impact. There are also additional opportunities for executive coaching, pre-conference, and one-day and two-day deep dives. Topics span fundraising fundamentals and CFRE test prep, to major gifts and capital campaigns. Customize your registration for the most impactful experience.
Attend If You’re: Engaged in global fundraising or nonprofit work.
To Register: https://afpicon.com/#register
**Let’s Connect! AGP Leaders will be in attendance
Hyattsville, MD
April 29-30, 2025
Focused solely on mid-level donor giving, the Direct Marketing Fundraisers Association (DMFA) offers a deep dive into strategies for growing and stewarding this vital donor segment. With practical case studies, trend analysis and insights from subject matter experts, you’ll leave with actionable strategies to amp up your mid-level giving efforts.
Attend If You’re: Seeking to optimize your mid-level donor program.
To Register: https://dmfa.org/mlgbenchmarking/
**Let’s Connect! AGP Leaders will be in attendance
Dallas, TX
April 29-May 1, 2025
The Outcomes Conference is hosted by the Christian Leadership Alliance and is the premier training event for Christian nonprofit professionals. Featuring nine educational tracks focused on Resource Development and Management, Leadership and Governance, Technology, and Communications, the conference equips leaders across all levels of your organization. Roundtables, workshops and keynote presentations offer learning experiences that include emerging leaders, workplace crisis and culture, board relationships, AI tools, and cyber threats.
Attend If You’re: A Christian nonprofit professional, institution, or business.
To Register: https://outcomesconference.org/#/
**Let’s Connect! AGP Leaders will be in attendance
MAY
Feeding America Direct Marketing Fundraising Summit
Pittsburgh, PA
May 13-15, 2025
Echoing the 2025 theme, “Forward. Together,” the 2025 Annual Conference brings together hundreds of food bank professionals, executive leaders, and board members across the Feeding America network to collaborate on topics impacting the food bank sector. In addition to powerful networking opportunities, the organization will also recognize some of its network members and affiliates for their outstanding work.
Attend If You’re: A leader or board member at a Feeding America member organization.
To Register: https://www.feedingamerica.org/
**Let’s Connect! AGP Leaders will be in attendance
2025 ASAE Marketing, Membership, Communications + Tech Conference
Washington, DC
May 12-13, 2025
This event is designed for professionals who want to incorporate the newest innovations and tech trends to boost their giving and engagement. Collaborative workshops cover everything from membership strategies and innovative communication techniques to adapting for-profit technology in the nonprofit space. The conference takes a tech-forward approach to enhancing stewardship and retention.
Attend If You’re: A nonprofit professional or social impact marketer driven by new ideas and technology.
To Register: https://mmct.asaecenter.org/
**Let’s Connect! AGP Leaders will be in attendance
Chicago, IL
May 14-15, 2025
This two-day event brings the top nonprofit leaders together for learning sessions designed to uncover the next big ideas that will drive the industry forward — and help you raise more money. From the end-of-day block party to hands-on workshops and community discussions, there are countless opportunities for you to connect with new ideas, learn the latest trends, and build your peer network.
Attend If You’re: In the nonprofit or social enterprise space and want to learn more about fundraising and tech trends.
To Register: https://collaborative.classy.org/
Atlanta, GA
May 19-21, 2025
The PBS Annual Meeting gathers public broadcasting professionals to discuss the future of media and nonprofit sustainability. With sessions on funding, advocacy, and program strategies, this conference is essential for insights on fundraising trends, interactive workshops, and collaboration with media professionals.
Attend If You’re: A public media professional.
To Register: https://conferences.pbs.org/
**Let’s Connect! AGP Leaders will be in attendance
Miami, FL
May 19-22, 2025
The NACCDO Annual Conference is a must-attend event for nonprofit fundraising and marketing professionals, offering a rare opportunity to collaborate with peers in a uniquely supportive environment. As partners with the Public Affairs and Marketing Network (PAMN), this conference blends cutting-edge fundraising strategies with expert insights on storytelling, communications, and media — ensuring attendees leave with fresh ideas and actionable takeaways.
Attend If You’re: A nonprofit professional working with cancer centers across the US.
To Register: https://www.naccdo.org/annual-conference/
**Let’s Connect! AGP Leaders will be in attendance
JUNE
AFP DFW Philanthropy in Action Conference
Dallas, TX
June 5-6, 2025
The AFP DFW Philanthropy in Action Conference is tailored for fundraisers and nonprofit professionals in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. With expert speakers and a range of hands-on workshops, it focuses on practical, regional strategies for donor engagement, event fundraising, and sustainable growth. The event is perfect for local networking with AFP members and non-members.
Attend If You’re: A Greater Dallas and Fort Worth Metro fundraising professional.
To Register: https://www.dfwphilanthropyconference.com/
**Let’s Connect! AGP Leaders will be in attendance
Philadelphia, PA
July 7-10, 2025
The PMDMC conference is a go-to event for nonprofit professionals focused on digital marketing and data-driven strategies. This year’s event will explore ways to leverage digital tools to improve donor engagement, drive campaigns, and optimize fundraising efforts. Sessions will also dive into best practices for using data to personalize outreach and grow donor relationships.
Attend If You’re: A digital marketing, data or development professional.
To register: https://pmdmc.org/
**Let’s Connect! AGP Leaders will be in attendance
Planet Philanthropy (AFP Florida)
Orlando, FL
June 9-11, 2025
Engaging more than 300 nonprofit leaders, Planet Philanthropy is Florida’s largest fundraising conference. The Association of Fundraising Professionals – Florida (AFP) offers in-depth workshops and sessions on leadership, donor engagement, and innovative fundraising strategies. You can expect to network with top industry leaders and gain insights on improving donor retention, digital campaigns, and leveraging new fundraising tools.
Attend If You’re: A fundraising professional in Florida.
To Register: https://community.afpglobal.org/afpflcaucus/planet-philanthropy-2023515878/register221
AFP Fundraising Day in New York
New York City, NY
June 13, 2025
AFP Fundraising Day in New York is a one-day event packed with sessions on the latest trends in fundraising, donor stewardship, and nonprofit leadership. With over 1,000 industry experts and nonprofit professionals, it’s the go-to event for networking and learning strategies to elevate your fundraising efforts.
Attend If You’re: A fundraising professional in New York City.
To Register: https://nycafp.org/FRDNY-2025
2025 AMA Marketing and Public Policy Conference
Washington, DC
June 20-22, 2025
The 2025 AMA Marketing and Public Policy Conference offers a unique blend of nonprofit marketing insights and public policy strategy. You’ll explore utilizing marketing to drive policy change, increase advocacy, and enhance nonprofit missions. With speakers from various sectors, this event provides marketing strategies for influencing policy. Themed “Building Resilience by Building Bridges: Business, Marketing and Policy for Societal Well-Being,” this event focuses on resilience in the face of global risk for polarization, war, and disinformation.
Attend If You’re: An academic or nonprofit professional interested in advocacy, public policy and marketing.
To Register: https://www.ama.org/events/
**Let’s Connect! AGP Leaders will be in attendance
JULY
The Giving Institute’s Summer Symposium 2025
Indianapolis, ID
July 8-10, 2025
The Giving Institute’s Summer Symposium is a must-attend for those in philanthropy and fundraising. It brings together agency leaders to discuss the future of charitable giving and nonprofit sustainability. Through in-depth discussions and expert-led sessions, attendees will learn how to adapt to the evolving landscape of philanthropy and build lasting donor relationships. The event is a unique opportunity for thought leadership in the nonprofit sector and is only open to Giving Institute members.
Attend If You’re: A Giving Institute member looking to sharpen your fundraising skills and network with industry leaders.
To Register: https://www.givinginstitute.org/page/SummerSymposium
**Let’s Connect! AGP Leaders will be in attendance
Bridge to Integrated Marketing & Fundraising Conference
National Harbor, MD
July 30- August 1, 2025
The Bridge to Integrated Marketing & Fundraising Conference helps nonprofits align their marketing and fundraising strategies to create more effective and cohesive campaigns. The event focuses on combining digital tools, creative marketing strategies, and donor engagement techniques to increase revenue and impact. With hands-on sessions, you’ll be able to apply integrated strategy and insights to your work.
Attend If You’re: Working with fundraising or nonprofit organizations.
To Register: http://www.bridgeconf.org
**Let’s Connect! AGP Leaders will be in attendance
AUGUST
Location TBD
August 25-27, 2025
Hosted by the Foundation for Fraternal Excellence, this is the largest conference dedicated to the educational and professional development for those who work with fraternal organizations. Topics include annual giving, capital campaigns, donor engagement, impact reporting, and much more. You’ll gain best practices to help build a brand that matters and boost your resiliency skills, both of which are critical in an uncertain economic climate.
Attend If You’re: A fraternal organization staff member or volunteer leader.
To Register: https://foundationfe.org/seminar-2024/
SEPTEMBER
Nashville, TN
September 8-9, 2025
Raise 2025 is built around elevating event fundraising and engagement strategies. Expert speakers and hands-on workshops drive practical tools for growing diverse revenue streams, strengthening donor relationships, and utilizing digital tools. This event offers tracks on Fundraising Strategy & Donor Engagement; Event, Peer-to-Peer, & Auction Fundraising; and Leadership, Operations, and DEI.
Attend If You’re: An event fundraiser.
To Register: https://raise.onecause.com/register/
St. Petersberg, FL
September 8-10, 2025
The Nonprofit Alliance hosts nonprofit changemakers, including senior leaders and consultants collaborating in the nonprofit space. Together, they tackle innovative strategies for navigating challenges and opportunities within the sector. As nonprofit changemakers, attendees foster innovation and impact.
They define and navigate challenges and opportunities within the sector, working together on innovative strategies to transform the world of nonprofits.
This event is for senior leaders with 15+ years of experience, the title of Vice President (or equivalent) and higher, or other distinguishing experience as a sector change-maker.
Attend If You’re: a senior leader at a nonprofit or consulting firm working with nonprofits, and have 15+ years of experience or other distinguishing experience as a sector changemaker; tech officer; board member.
To Register: Registration opens in May
**Let’s Connect! AGP Leaders will be in attendance
Tampa, FL
September 13-18, 2025
The AZA Annual Conference brings together over 2,500 nonprofit professionals from the zoo, aquarium, and wildlife sectors. This event offers a wealth of knowledge on conservation, animal welfare, public engagement, and fundraising strategies specific to the animal protection field. You’ll gain valuable insights from industry experts and learn how to drive your mission’s impact.
Attend If You’re: A zoo, aquarium or wildlife professional.
To Register: https://annual.aza.org/2025/ScheduleGlance.cfm
Nonprofit Innovation Summit (NIO)
Kansas City, MO
September 30 – October 2, 2025
The Nonprofit Innovation Summit (NIO) is dedicated to equipping nonprofits with the tools they need to drive creative solutions and growth. The event focuses on integrating new technologies and ideas and how nonprofits can stay ahead of industry trends and enhance their impact through innovation. It’s the perfect conference for those ready to embrace change and move their organization forward.
Attend If You’re: A nonprofit fundraiser or digital marketer.
To Register: https://www.niosummit.com/
OCTOBER
Engaging Networks Community Conference DC
Washington, DC
October 15-16, 2025
The Engaging Networks Community Conference focuses on digital fundraising, donor engagement, and online advocacy. With sessions tailored to nonprofit professionals, this event dives into the latest digital strategies and tools to drive online fundraising success. The conference emphasizes practical, real-world tactics for building stronger online communities and leveraging digital platforms to expand nonprofit reach.
Attend If You’re: Interested in growing your digital presence.
To Register: https://registration.socio.events/e/enccdc2025
**Let’s Connect! AGP Leaders will be in attendance
Aurora, CO
October 22-24, 2025
The AHP International Conference offers valuable insights for fundraising professionals in the healthcare sector while bringing together the largest group of healthcare philanthropy professionals. It provides deep insights into healthcare philanthropy, with a focus on donor stewardship, campaign strategies, and innovative fundraising techniques. You can network with other health-focused nonprofits around the globe and learn about new trends in philanthropic support for healthcare causes.
Attend If You’re: In healthcare philanthropy.
To Register: https://www.ahp.org/events/international-conference
**Let’s Connect! AGP Leaders will be in attendance
NOVEMBER
Atlanta, GA
November 3-6, 2025
The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement (AAWA) Conference is a top gathering for animal welfare professionals, focusing on fundraising, advocacy, and organizational leadership. Attendees will engage with experts on best practices for growing donor support, managing campaigns, and promoting animal welfare causes. The event provides a dynamic learning environment for those dedicated to making an impact in the animal protection field.
Attend If You’re: An animal welfare professional, fundraiser or nonprofit focused on animal protection advocacy.
To Register: https://theaawa.org/learn/conferences/
DECEMBER
Baltimore, MD
December 1-3, 2025
NonProfit POWER is a comprehensive conference designed to address the challenges and opportunities facing nonprofit professionals. Offering a range of sessions from fundraising strategies to leadership development, it provides a holistic approach to improving nonprofit effectiveness. Attendees gain valuable insights and build connections with like-minded individuals committed to strengthening their organizations. Participation is by invitation only; submit an inquiry using the registration portal.
Attend If You’re: An invited leader in the nonprofit space.
To Register: https://power.nonprofitpro.com/attend/